SignalFeb 20, 2024

Introducing usernames and phone number privacy on Signal!

We’re making it possible for people to connect with each other without having to share phone numbers. Now launching to beta users, available for everyone soon.

https://signal.org/blog/phone-number-privacy-usernames

Keep your phone number private with Signal usernames

Signal’s mission and sole focus is private communication. For years, Signal has kept your messages private, your profile information (like your name and profile photo) private, your contacts private, and your groups private – among much else. Now we’re taking that one step further, by making your...

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Show threadSignalFeb 20, 2024
1. New default: Your phone number will no longer be visible in Signal
2. You can create an optional username to connect without sharing your phone number
3. You can enable a new, optional privacy setting to require people to connect with you via username instead of phone number
Show threadSignalFeb 20, 2024
A Signal username isn't the profile name that’s displayed in chats, and isn't visible to the people you chat with on Signal. A username is simply a way to initiate contact on Signal without having to share your phone number. (You still need a phone number to sign up for Signal.)
Show threadWandering Thinker

@signalapp

You still need a phone number to sign up for Signal


When you remove this too, be'll good messenger. 😀

Feb 21, 2024 at 8:10amWeb
Show threadnawanFeb 21, 2024
@wthinker @signalapp I think the phone number was hardcoded from the beginning.